MUMBAI: Ahead of the IPL's resumption on May 17, the Gujarat Titans have strengthened their squad by bringing in Jos Buttler and Gerald Coetzee. These two additions will provide a boost to the team’s already impressive lineup, although their availability could be impacted by England’s ODI series. This scheduling conflict could limit their participation in some of Gujarat’s remaining matches, creating a bit of uncertainty for the team.
Currently, Gujarat Titans are sitting comfortably at the top of the IPL standings with 16 points, and with only three matches left—starting with a clash against Delhi Capitals on May 18—their chances of making the playoffs remain very strong.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders are in a tight spot, fighting for a spot in the playoffs. Several of their key overseas players, including Sunil Narine and Andre Russell, are returning to India, while Anrich Nortje is on his way from the Maldives. KKR's fate hinges on their next few matches, with two vital games against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Winning both is crucial for their playoff hopes.
In Sunrisers Hyderabad’s case, Pat Cummins and Travis Head are rejoining the squad, although their team has already been eliminated from playoff contention. The status of other overseas players is still up in the air.
Finally, Punjab Kings are also pushing for a playoff spot. Overseas players such as Xavier Bartlett, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Mitchell Owen are heading back to India, and the team is resuming training in Jaipur. They still have a strong chance to make the playoffs, depending on their performance in the upcoming matches.
With so many key players returning and so much at stake, the remaining matches in IPL 2025 are sure to be intense.
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